Suburbs / Bribie Island

Donnybrook

About Donnybrook

A small coastal town, which began as a small fishing community but has since developed into a minor tourist destination.

Fishing remains a popular activity in Donnybrook due to the close proximity of the Pumicestone Passage. The Passage is part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park and is frequented by dolphins, dugongs and turtles.

Donnybrook is serviced by two general stores, a caravan Park, a bowls club, a community hall

History of Donnybrook

In 1880s the Pumicestone Channel had rich oyster beds and the Moreton Bay Oyster Company established a depot on Donnybrook. The oyster beds petered out in the 1940s and silt deposits and ended any prospect of recovery.

What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
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24 July 2026

What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay

A full calendar of free community events is being rolled out for 2026, giving locals clarity on what’s happening and when.

New parks for school holidays
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24 July 2026

New parks for school holidays

Four new and upgraded parks are opening across the Moreton Bay region ahead of the spring school holidays.

World-first vaccine for koalas
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24 July 2026

World-first vaccine for koalas

An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.

Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
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24 July 2026

Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum

Work has started on the $1.7m Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Café extension for paintings never put on display at the Caboolture attraction before. ** FREE TO READ **

"Shocked" to be unsung hero
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24 July 2026

"Shocked" to be unsung hero

Caboolture rugby coach Sione Lolohea was “shocked” to be named one of Australia's top 10 unsung sporting heroes in the Cadbury Volunteer Values Awards. ** FREE TO READ **

Landmark for $8m river project
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24 July 2026

Landmark for $8m river project

The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.

The Latest

Roads closed in City of Moreton Bay
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24 July 2026

Roads closed in City of Moreton Bay

Heavy rain is impacting the roads around Moreton Bay region today. Here are the latest closures.

Vale Judy Kranen OAM
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24 July 2026

Vale Judy Kranen OAM

Tributes have been paid to Judy Kranen, who has died aged 72 leaving “an incredible hole” across the Moreton Bay region.

Huge jobs boost in City's centre
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24 July 2026

Huge jobs boost in City's centre

Plans have been unveiled to create up to 10,500 new jobs at amajor employment precinct in the City of Moreton Bay.

Million reasons to celebrate
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24 July 2026

Million reasons to celebrate

Lady luck has smiled on some Moreton Bay region residents and suburbs this year. Here’s where our top Lottery winnings have landed.

Funding for new clubhouse and park
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24 July 2026

Funding for new clubhouse and park

Two major projects in the Moreton Bay region have received more than $4.6 million in Federal funding.

Slam dunk for at-risk young people
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24 July 2026

Slam dunk for at-risk young people

A free program to help at-risk young people with mentorship and engagement will be in North Lakes from March-May.

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24 July 2026

Police target roads - and beaches

Moreton District Police have launched Mistletoe - a high-visibility traffic operation to boost safety on the region's roads and Bribie beach this Christmas.

New kids play centre at hotel site
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24 July 2026

New kids play centre at hotel site

A huge children’s indoor play centre will be part of a major $50 million development being built in the Moreton Bay region.

Upgrade plans for major road
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24 July 2026

Upgrade plans for major road

Latest plans for a four-lane, 1.2km upgrade of Caboolture River Rd have been released early by Moreton Bay City Council.

Turning back clock at $50m development
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24 July 2026

Turning back clock at $50m development

Work has started on a new $50 million development which will bring an iconic name back to one of Moreton Bay region’s busiest roads.